Hamster

Ham"ster

(-str),
n. [G.
hamster.]
(Zol.) A small European rodent (Cricetus frumentarius). It is remarkable for having a pouch on each side of the jaw, under the skin, and for its migrations. Hamsters are commonly kept as a pets. [1913 Webster+PJC]

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